Feedback wanted: The AICPA Auditing Standards Board is accepting public comments through Friday, Oct. 3, on a proposed standard addressing the #auditor’s responsibilities relating to #fraud. Learn more in the article below: ow.ly/Sfg150WnbU6.

ICYMI: A new survey shows that 93% of #business leaders are investing more in #technology, with only 16% rating their current data quality as “excellent.” See more findings from the survey: ow.ly/USYe50WotVJ.

Get the latest #GASB updates, key trends in #Wisconsin school district finance, single #audit basics and more — whenever it works for you. The 2025 WICPA School District Audit Conference is now available on demand. Register now: shorturl.at/p4f1Z.

Take a break from the office and join us for a full day of golf at the 2025 #WICPA Golf Outing on Friday, Sept. 19, in Sussex, #Wisconsin! ⛳️ Build camaraderie, strengthen your professional network and improve your golf game! Register today at wicpa.org/GolfOuting.

A recent survey of #finance leaders found that 79% of respondents said their teams are “swamped” with manual work. Not surprisingly, 93% of them also said they’re prioritizing #AI investments. See more survey findings: ow.ly/y7Ea50Wu34T.

ICYMI: A recent Gallup poll found that roughly one in seven U.S. adults (14%) report owning #crypto today, with few others intending to buy it soon. See the findings: ow.ly/2WiL50WyiLr

The #Wisconsin Bankers Association issued a warning about a rise in #bankfraud across the state and stressed the ongoing threat of “phone number spoofing,” which makes it look like the call is coming from a real bank. Learn how to spot the #scams: ow.ly/Flii50WC5Lj

ICYMI: Join us for a full day of golf at the 2025 #WICPA Golf Outing on Friday, Sept. 19, at the Ironwood Golf Course in Sussex! Build camaraderie, strengthen your professional #network and improve your golf game. Register today at wicpa.org/GolfOuting. ⛳

With #BackToSchool season beginning, here’s a fun history lesson about the #accounting profession. Evidence suggests that Mesopotamian civilizations — circa 8000 B.C. — used rudimentary accounting methods to track goods traded and received, such as livestock, animals and crops.

ICYMI: A recent survey found that half of #GenZ interns think artificial intelligence will automate more of their work when they start full-time roles, but 92% are confident in their ability to adapt to #AI advancements in their fields: ow.ly/cfSK50WKixC.

We're excited to see you at the 2025 #WICPA Golf Outing on Friday, Sept. 19! Check out the prizes you can win and sign up today at wicpa.org/GolfOuting. ⛳

A recent study of U.S. small businesses found that celebrating wins, whether big or small, often improves #morale (81%), strengthens performance (78%) and increases #motivation (77%). How do you celebrate business milestones? ow.ly/l31C50WMUYN.

The WICPA office will be closed on Monday in observance of Labor Day. Have a wonderful holiday weekend!

UPDATE: The PCAOB recently announced that it is postponing the effective date of its new quality control standard — QC 1000 — to Dec. 15, 2026. Learn how this postponement affects other #PCAOB standards, rules and forms for #accounting firms: ow.ly/7Vr750WQHQN.

It’s not too late to sign up for the 2025 #WICPA Business & Industry Fall Conference next Tuesday. Get the latest updates on key #tax policy developments, estate planning, cybersecurity, AI and more. Register to attend in person or via Livestream at wicpa.org/conferences.

A report published this week by the Illinois CPA Society reveals a readiness divide between early-career #accounting professionals and managers, with growing skills gaps fueling generational friction. Read the full 2025 #talent report here: ow.ly/XtKy50WTZ2V.

Good news for #accounting grads: The AICPA’s 2025 MAP Survey shows #CPA firms are raising compensation for new hires. Starting salaries increased about 17% for those with master’s degrees and 11% for bachelor’s degrees. See more MAP Survey findings: ow.ly/JnAQ50WWWiu.

The fall issue of CPA2b is now available! Our student publication provides young professionals with practical guidance as they begin their new careers in accounting. See the digital issue: ow.ly/3jv650WYUm2.

Did you know…? The #IRS will begin phasing out the use of paper checks for refunds to individual #taxpayers starting Tuesday, Sept. 30, and will publish detailed guidance for 2025 tax returns before the 2026 filing season begins. Read more: ow.ly/boXr50X2e4s.

Did you know the #WICPA website includes a daily “Featured News” page with the latest updates for CPAs and #accounting professionals, plus helpful tips on firm management, work/life balance and more? Visit wicpa.org/news to stay informed.